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Kesko’s new science-based emission targets approved

The international Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated Kesko’s new near term and long term science-based emission reduction targets, extending to 2034 and 2050, respectively. Kesko is set to reduce emissions from its own operations through, for example, increased use of electric transportation and improved energy efficiency. Emissions from products sold will be reduced in close cooperation with suppliers.

27.01.2026 11:33

Kesko ranks sector-best globally in sustainability on the ‘Global 100’ list

The Canadian Corporate Knights has published its ’Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World’ listing for 2026. Kesko is the highest ranking company globally in the Consumer Staples sector for the third consecutive year. Other Finnish companies on the 2026 list were Kone, Neste and Nokia.

21.01.2026 08:59

Kesko’s own brand clothes and textiles undergo rigorous screening before reaching store shelves

Kesko requires high quality and product safety from its own brand clothes and textiles. Kesko’s chemical guideline sets requirements for chemical use that are in some cases stricter than the EU legislation. Compliance with product quality and safety requirements is monitored through laboratory tests both in Finland and abroad.

05.01.2026 09:23

Reusable takeaway containers introduced in grocery stores – trial underway at K-Supermarket Ratina

Customers at K-Supermarket Ratina in Tampere can now pack their salad bar and service counter portions in a reusable takeaway container. K-food stores will be trialling new solutions to replace single-use packaging during the autumn and in early 2026. K Group’s goal is to reduce packaging waste and promote the circular economy.

24.11.2025 09:14

Kesko offsetting the environmental impacts of constructing Onnela logistics centre

From the outset, environmental and nature values have been considered in the construction of the Onnela logistics centre, which was completed in autumn 2025. An environmental survey was conducted on the project site before construction began. Now, the City of Hyvinkää and Kesko have signed an agreement on a plan to voluntarily compensate for ecosystem degradation caused by the construction and to generate new nature values in the Härkävehmaansuo area.

10.11.2025 10:00

Sales of plant-based protein products growing in K-food stores

Sales of plant-based protein meat substitutes have started to rise in K-food stores after several years of decline. Over the past year, growth has exceeded 5 per cent. This increase is driven not only by customers’ growing interest in plant-based proteins but also by the expansion of the range with new products.

03.11.2025 08:32

Interim report 1 Jan. -30 September 2025: Result improved – positive development in all divisions

30.10.2025 08:00

Effective waste-reduction actions make a difference: Zero clothing waste at K-Citymarkets

K-Citymarkets are working systematically to minimise home and speciality goods waste. Methods to achieve this include prevention of waste, discount pricing, donations and dedicated outlet areas in some K-Citymarkets. One of the largest outlet areas is in the K-Citymarket in Laune, which is particularly popular among families with children in Lahti.

13.10.2025 14:46

New Energy Efficiency Agreement: Kesko aims to improve energy efficiency by 16% by 2035

Kesko was one of the first companies to sign the new Energy Efficiency Agreement for the retail sector over the years 2026–2035. The cornerstones of Kesko’s energy efficiency improvement target of 16%, which is equivalent to 140 GWh, are the stores’ energy renovations and innovative energy solutions. Between 2021 and 2025, Kesko has achieved energy savings of around 89 GWh by upgrading the building services and refrigeration units of its stores across Finland. Consumption of district heating is also being reduced through new solutions. For example, waste heat from the atNorth data centre is now used to cover almost all the heating energy needed by the K-Supermarket Mankkaa in Espoo.

09.10.2025 11:41

Kesko takes broad action to promote sustainable production of mywear clothing

K-Citymarket’s own clothing collection, mywear, is produced in India, China, Bangladesh and Vietnam. We pay close attention to working conditions and human rights issues in the manufacture of mywear products. Our key tools are social responsibility audits on factories and cooperation with various organisations.

30.09.2025 17:00